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Learning is not the product of teaching but of the activity of learners.

Here at Horizon Outschool, we balance curriculum rigor with life skills​​ in a growth mindset instead of mastery mindset.  We focus on nurturing the whole child instead of adhering to rigid compartments of curriculum.  

Science and civics are natural outgrowths of the field trip subject matter and the activity schedule.  Reading, writing, and arithmetic are fully integrated into each day.  We use a multi sensory and cross-curricular approach to get it done.  For example, math concept might be covered during recess, spelling is done with word games on the bus to the next activity, and writing is developed with daily journaling.   

In addition to the core curriculum subjects, students enhance leadership skills with our one room schoolhouse design while older students teach younger students. The chosen content works in harmony with the different stages of child development.   

Mentoring professionals/teachers help the older students grow their knowledge and learn practical skills. These specialists collaborate with teachers so that knowledge is applied to real-world concepts.  They complement units of study and provide a kind of mini apprenticeship

Public speaking is honed, critical thinking is deepened, and learning to disagree civilly is practiced through organized debates and group problem solving.  And every once in a while they will milk a goat and make cheese just for good measure. 

*We use stress free assessment methods.  Prior to the beginning of the term we will meet with students to determine individualized learning paths. At the close of the term this learning path will be revisited to gauge student progress.   

 

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